Why is Apollo 11 so important?

I'd like to honor that day of reflection with the top 10 thoughts about the Apollo 11 moon landing. ... No single space project in this period will be more impressive to mankind, or more important for the long-range exploration of space; and none will be so difficult or expensive to accomplish. read more

Apollo 11 is so important, not just to Americans (although especially for them) as it is the first time that any human being has ever gone to another world beyond Earth. read more

Yesterday marked the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. As with all major events in time, there is always a day of reflection. I'd like to honor that day of reflection with the top 10 thoughts about the Apollo 11 moon landing. read more

Apollo 11 is so important, not just to Americans (although especially for them) as it is the first time that any human being has ever gone to another world beyond Earth. This is a monumental achievement, not just in science, but for the entirety of human history as it was showing just what humanity could accomplish if they actually put their minds to something. read more